Violin Lessons Birmingham County, AL

Instruments: Piano, Violin

When I teach, I emphasis consistent practice along with the enjoyment of the music my students are learning. Ages 5 to 10, I focus more on memorization of skills and hand coordination, over an understanding of theory. Ages 10 to 14, we focus on theory and mastery of skills. Ages 14 and up, we will focus on styles the student enjoys playing, songs they wish to learn, as well as performance techniques and memorization of songs. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Violin, Trumpet, Trombone, Euphonium, French Horn, Tuba, Keyboard

Hello, my name is Christopher Rice, and I am a jazz musician, vocalist, songwriter, educator, and lifelong student of music. My musical journey began at an early age and has taken me from New Orleans to Birmingham, performing for audiences across the Southeast while studying with some of the most respected names in jazz education. I studied at Loyola University New Orleans and have had the privilege of learning from legendary musicians and educators including Ellis Marsalis, Bobby Shew, Dr. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Violin, Viola, Music, Classical Guitar

My passion for teaching stringed instruments has brought me to work with students from the ages of 6 to 23 during my college career. I have also spent many semesters tutoring Music Theory to my peers. I work to create a supportive environment for my students that help them to grow as musicians technically and expressively. I encourage practicing for all my students, assigning practicing requirements that will challenge students but I know are accomplishable in the week between lessons. Read More